It's time to make your hotel reservations at the Kalahari Resort and purchase tickets for the Madison Scouts 70th Anniversary banquet on the weekend of September 26 and 27.Located 45 minutes north of Madison (right off I-39/90/94), the Kalahari features the largest indoor waterpark and is the perfect place for a weekend vacation with your friends and family. Everyone is invited to participate, including 2008 members, their families, alumni and all fans of the Madison Scouts.During the weekend we will recognize not only the 2008 marching members and staff, but also the 70th Anniversary of the organization; the 25th Anniversary of the 1983 color guard being named the top unit at the DCI Championships in Miami, FL; and the 20th Anniversary of the 1988 DCI Championship title earned in Kansas City, MO.Special room rates are available:Hut - two queen beds, one queen sofa sleeper, work desk, television, patio/balcony, 358 square feet -- $119.00 plus taxLodge - one king bed, one queen sofa sleeper, living room with fireplace, kitchen, dining room set, whirlpool tub, two televisions, patio/balcony with furniture, 663 square feet -- $129.00 plus taxCall TOLL FREE (877) 525-2427 or (608) 254-5466 to reserve your room at the Kalahari Resort. Mention the "Madison Scouts Banquet" for the discounted rates. You can also reserve tee times at Trapper's Turn Golf Course or an appointment at the resort's spa...also at special prices. The deadline for receiving the discount prices is August 26!The weekend begins with a social event on Friday, beginning at 7:00 PM. There will be a cash bar, casino games, performance videos and snacks. This is a great opportunity to start off this historical two days by catching up with friends. Admission for this event is $10.00.On Saturday morning, Executive Director Jeff Spanos and members of the board of directors will host a "state of the corps" informal get-together where members, parents, boosters and fans can hear about 2008 season experiences and get a glimpse at plans for the Madison Scouts during the next 70 years.The pre-banquet cocktail hour will begin at 5:00 PM, followed by the buffet dinner at 6:00 PM. The program, emceed by the "Voice of DCI", Brandt Crocker, will follow at 7:30 PM.To purchase banquet tickets ($35.00 each), go to www.madisongear.com or click HERE.During the weekend, silent auction items will be on display, along with current and special banquet souvenirs. There will also be a historical display. Among the brand-new items available for the first time during this weekend will be a special DVD containing footage of past performances, some of which has never been previously available.We are still looking for volunteers to help during the weekend at the registration booth, setting up displays, decorating the banquet hall and helping with the silent auction and souvenir sales. If you can help, e-mail Mike Anello at michael@anellomedicalwriting.comDon't miss this special time to honor the Madison Scouts. Plan to bring family and friends and be part of this once-in-a-lifetime event!For information, call Steve Vickers at 608-249-2590 or click HERE.